tooth scraper for laminate; How much and why is it done?

What is a tooth scraper for laminate?

Tooth scraping for laminate means removing a very thin layer of tooth enamel (about 0.3 to 0.8 mm) to create enough space for placing ceramic or composite laminate. This will make the laminate fit naturally on the teeth and make the appearance of the smile more beautiful.

In what cases is tooth scraping more common for laminate?

Tooth scraping for laminate is more when the teeth are disorganized, strongly discolored, there is a need to correct the overall form, or thicker ceramic laminates are used.

1. Disordered or protruding teeth

If the teeth are significantly misaligned or some teeth are pushed further than others, the dentist will have to do more grinding on the teeth to create an even surface.

• This makes the laminates to be harmoniously placed on the row of teeth.
• Otherwise, laminates look thick and unnatural.

1. Presence of deep stains or severe discoloration

In cases where teeth are severely discolored due to fluorosis, drug use (such as tetracycline) or old decay. To completely cover these spots, a thicker laminate is needed.

• As a result, the tooth grinding for the laminate will be more to create enough space for the placement of the laminate.

1. Correcting the overall shape of the teeth

If the teeth are too big, too small, or have extensive fractures and chippings, the dentist should create a suitable form for installing the laminate with more grinding.

• This work is especially important in the front teeth, which play the main role in the beauty of the smile.

In what cases is tooth scraping less for laminate?

One of the main concerns of laminate applicants is the amount of tooth grinding for laminate. Fortunately, in many cases, this trim can be very low or even close to zero. In the following, we examine the conditions in which the need for tooth enamel grinding is minimized:

1. Relatively tidy and healthy teeth

If the teeth are in good shape and alignment, the dentist only removes a very thin layer of tooth enamel to create a proper surface.

• In this case, the grinding is more to create a better adhesion of the laminate, not to change the shape of the tooth.
• This group of patients is usually the best candidate for minimally invasive laminates.

1. Using ultra-thin laminates (luminaries)

Luminaires or ultra-thin laminates are very thin (about 0.2 to 0.3 mm).

• Due to the thinness of this type of laminate, the need to sharpen teeth for laminate is minimized.
• In many cases, it is possible to install luminaires even without cutting.
• This method is an ideal option for people who do not want their tooth enamel manipulated.

1. Patients who only need color change

If the main problem of the patient is the change in the color of the teeth and the teeth have no problem in terms of shape and alignment:

• There will be very little tooth scraping for laminate.
• In this situation, the laminate has more of a covering and beauty role than a shape modifier.
• In some cases, you can even use uncut laminates.

tooth chip for laminate; Is it dangerous?

Many patients worry that tooth chips for laminitis will cause serious damage to the teeth. But you should know that if this work is done by an expert dentist with standard tools, it will not harm the main structure of the tooth. Only the surface layer of tooth enamel is shaved and the dentin remains intact.

Advantages and disadvantages of tooth grinding for laminate

Advantages

• Beauty and brightness of smile
• Fix minor inconsistencies
• Increasing self-confidence
• High durability (10 to 15 years)

Disadvantages

• Irreversibility of tooth enamel shaving
• Possibility of temporary sensitivity to cold and heat
• need to take more care of teeth

Comparison table of cutting amount in laminate types

Daily price of tooth grinding for laminate

The price of laminate and the costs related to tooth shaving for laminate vary depending on the type of laminate, the specialty of the dentist and the geographical location. In 1403, the cost of ceramic laminate varies between 6 to 10 million Tomans and composite laminate between 3 to 5 million Tomans for each tooth.